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    U.S., Philippine Marines Fire Artillery at KAMANDAG 3 [Image 9 of 18]

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    Two soldiers in different camouflage uniforms are operating what appears to be an artillery piece, with visible smoke/gas discharge from the weapon system. One soldier wears a pixelated camouflage pattern with a steel helmet, while the other wears MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage with a tactical helmet and tan plate carrier vest. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or live-fire exercise with mountainous terrain visible in the background.

    COLONEL ERNESTO RAVINA AIR BASE, PHILIPPINES

    10.15.2019

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert 

    11th Marine Expeditionary Unit   

    U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Gabriel Alcantar, a howitzer section chief with Alpha Battery, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, opens the breech on a Philippine Marine Corps M102 105 mm howitzer during exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Colonel Ernesto Ravina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 15, 2019. KAMANDAG advances military modernization and capability development through subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Donald Holbert)

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    Date Taken: 10.15.2019
    Date Posted: 10.18.2019 22:59
    Photo ID: 5844665
    VIRIN: 191015-M-HB658-2203
    Resolution: 5748x3832
    Size: 2.5 MB
    Location: COLONEL ERNESTO RAVINA AIR BASE, PH
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    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are operating a towed artillery piece on an open sandy terrain, with smoke visible above the gun indicating a recent or ongoing firing sequence. Multiple ammunition crates and projectiles are staged in the foreground, suggesting an active live-fire exercise or training event. The setting appears to be a coastal or riverine flat area with mountains visible in the background.
    A soldier in digital camouflage uniform and helmet is reading documents in the foreground, with a name tape reading 'BAYAT' visible on their chest. Several other soldiers in mixed camouflage uniforms are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a multinational military exercise or briefing. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment with mountainous terrain in the background.
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    A U.S. Marine in full combat gear is holding a large artillery round, likely during a training exercise or field operation. The Marine is wearing MARPAT digital camouflage, a plate carrier vest with radio equipment, and a combat helmet with a name tape visible. A second partially visible individual in similar camouflage appears in the foreground.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform operates a towed artillery piece that has just been fired, evidenced by the smoke discharge visible from the barrel. The setting appears to be an open training or firing range with mountainous terrain in the background. The soldier is actively engaged in post-fire or loading procedures at the breech of the howitzer.
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    Two soldiers in different camouflage uniforms are operating what appears to be an artillery piece, with visible smoke/gas discharge from the weapon system. One soldier wears a pixelated camouflage pattern with a steel helmet, while the other wears MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage with a tactical helmet and tan plate carrier vest. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or live-fire exercise with mountainous terrain visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marine in full combat gear is handling what appears to be a spent artillery shell casing, likely during a live-fire exercise. The setting appears to be a coastal or riverine training area with mountainous terrain in the background. Additional military personnel and artillery equipment are visible in the background.
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    Two military personnel are operating a towed artillery piece in an open field environment. The foreground soldier, wearing MARPAT (Marine Pattern) digital camouflage, is actively working with the artillery piece marked with serial number 9678. A second soldier in a different camouflage pattern stands in the background, suggesting a joint or combined arms exercise.
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    A military soldier in digital camouflage uniform stands in a field environment, facing the camera with a serious expression. The soldier wears a combat helmet with a reflective strip, tactical sunglasses, and carries equipment including a shoulder strap. A large artillery piece or military vehicle is visible in the blurred background.

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